電車に遅れないように、駅へ急いだ。
I hurried to the station so as not to be late for the train.
Japanese
ように
ように
Meaning: so that; in order to; like; as
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Example sentences
忘れないように書いた
I wrote it down so as not to forget.
赤ちゃんが起きないように、そっとドアを閉めた。
I gently closed the door so as not to wake the baby.
毎朝、背筋を伸ばすようにしている。
I try to stretch my back every morning.
風で帽子が飛ばされないように手で押さえた。
I held my hat with my hand so it wouldn't be blown away by the wind.
Usage Notes
ように expresses purpose ('so that'), manner ('like/as'), or wishes/prayers. After dictionary form or negative form of verbs for purpose. After た form for wishes. Derived from よう (appearance) + に particle.
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